Want St. Patrick's Day corned beef and cabbage — here's where to get it on the SouthCoast

St. Patrick’s Day means it's time to eat corned beef and cabbage. The traditional meal that is made with corned beef, cabbage, potatoes, and carrots, isn’t even a traditional Irish recipe. It was created in America by Irish immigrants due to necessity — beef brisket was an inexpensive cut of meat and cabbage was cheap.

Ever wonder why it’s called corned? Well, "corned" has nothing to do with actual corn but instead refers to the corn-sized salt crystals used during the brining process. This is what creates the salty flavor that gives the corned beef its distinctive taste.

Did you know that when Abraham Lincoln was sworn in as the 16th president, he enjoyed an inaugural dinner of corned beef and cabbage? Are you looking to have Lincoln’s favorite meal this St. Patrick’s Day? We have found some local places serving up mouthwatering plates of corned beef and cabbage.

Corned beef and cabbage at Mikey B's
Corned beef and cabbage at Mikey B's

Mikey B's

989 Victoria St., New Bedford

There will be plenty of corned beef and cabbage at Mikey B's this St. Patrick's Day. They are also turning that delicious corned beef into Reubens.

Corned beef and cabbage at The Galley Grille at White's of Westport.
Corned beef and cabbage at The Galley Grille at White's of Westport.

The Galley Grille at White's of Westport

66 State Road, Westport

Head to White's for tender corned beef, vegetable du jour, Irish soda bread, and barley soup. This comfort meal will make your St. Patrick's Day celebration complete.

Comfort Zone Grille & Bar

1525 Riverside Ave., Somerset

Not only does Comfort Zone have corned beef and cabbage, but they also have a special menu just for St. Patrick's Day. They will be serving up Irish fries, shepherd's pie, Rueben sandwiches, and corned beef and cabbage pizza.

Corned beef and cabbage at Lindsey's Family Restaurant.
Corned beef and cabbage at Lindsey's Family Restaurant.

Lindsey's Family Restaurant

3138 Cranberry Hwy., East Wareham

Lindsey's is offering an Irish menu with favorites like lamb stew, shepherd’s pie, and of course, corned beef and cabbage.

Big Daddy Kings BBQ

610 GAR Hwy., Swansea

Big Daddy Kings BBQ will have a special “St Patrick’s Day pop up“ with a limited menu on St Paddy’s Day. You can get a corned beef and cabbage dinner, a Rueben sandwich or Guinness teriyaki smoked chicken wings.

The Cove Restaurant

392 Davol St., Fall River

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with the Cove, they will have live music along with a corned beef and cabbage dinner or sandwich, green beer, and Irish fish bowls.

Corned beef and cabbage at Palmer River Grille.
Corned beef and cabbage at Palmer River Grille.

Palmer River Grille

382 Market Street Warren, R.I.

A traditional corned beef and cabbage dinner is being served all day on St. Patrick's Day at Palmer River Grille.

Corned beef pie at Pandolfi's Mattapoisett Diner
Corned beef pie at Pandolfi's Mattapoisett Diner

Pandolfi's Mattapoisett Diner

81 Fairhaven Road, Mattapoisett

For something a little different head to Pandolfi's for a slow-cooked corned beef pie with sauteed cabbage, carrots topped with Yukon gold mashed.

Corned beef and cabbage at Ryan's Sports Pub & Billiards
Corned beef and cabbage at Ryan's Sports Pub & Billiards

Ryan's Sports Pub & Billiards

500 Hathaway Road, New Bedford

Ryan's has a corned beef and cabbage special, green beer pints, and specialty St. Patrick's Day drinks to celebrate the day.

Corned beef and cabbage at Bally's Tiverton.
Corned beef and cabbage at Bally's Tiverton.

Bally's Tiverton

777 Tiverton Casino Blvd., Tiverton, R.I.

There is a special menu at Bally's that includes tender corned beef with rustic cuts of carrots, cabbage, and red potatoes in a savory broth. They also have a shamrock shake to end this delicious meal.

Harvest Tap & Table

2685 GAR Hwy., Swansea

Everyone is Irish at Harvest Tap & Table, join them for corned beef and cabbage, green beer, and drink specials.

Corned beef and Cabbage at Barrett's Alehouse
Corned beef and Cabbage at Barrett's Alehouse

Barrett's Alehouse

4171 N Main St., Ste 13, Fall River

The Pot of Gold specials at Barrett's Alehouse will bring out the Irish in anyone. They have corned beef and cabbage, beef stew, bangers and mash, as well as green beer.

Corned beef Reuben Dog at County Fare.
Corned beef Reuben Dog at County Fare.

County Fare

937 County St., Somerset

If you don't want a whole traditional corned beef and cabbage dinner but still want to celebrate St. Patrick's Day head to County Fare. They have a corned beef Reuben dog to help you celebrate.

This article originally appeared on Standard-Times: St. Patrick's Day corned beef and cabbage at SouthCoast restaurants